best historical fiction graphic novels

If you're a fan of both history and graphic novels, you're in for a treat! Historical fiction graphic novels seamlessly blend captivating visual storytelling with well-researched historical settings, creating an immersive experience for readers. In this article, I will introduce you to some of the best historical fiction graphic novels that will transport you to different eras and ignite your imagination.

1. "Maus" by Art Spiegelman: This groundbreaking graphic novel tells the poignant story of a Holocaust survivor, with Jews depicted as mice and Nazis as cats. It explores the deep emotional impact of the war and the lasting effects on survivors and their families.

2. "Persepolis" by Marjane Satrapi: Set in Iran during the Islamic Revolution, this autobiographical graphic novel provides a unique perspective on a tumultuous period. Satrapi's compelling drawings and personal narrative make this a must-read for understanding the complexities of a revolution.

3. "March" by John Lewis, Andrew Aydin, and Nate Powell: This highly acclaimed trilogy chronicles the life of civil rights leader John Lewis. Through the powerful illustrations and first-hand accounts, readers gain insight into the struggles and triumphs of the civil rights movement in the United States.

4. "Through the Woods" by Emily Carroll: For those who enjoy chilling tales, this collection of eerie and atmospheric short stories is sure to captivate. Drawing inspiration from fairy tales and folklore, Carroll weaves together haunting narratives that will leave you with a shiver down your spine.

5. "Habibi" by Craig Thompson: Against the backdrop of a Middle Eastern landscape, Thompson tells a captivating story of love, faith, and survival. Blending elements of both historical fiction and fantasy, "Habibi" explores themes of cultural identity and the human spirit.

When it comes to diving into the world of historical fiction graphic novels, these recommendations are just the tip of the iceberg. To discover more captivating stories from different time periods, I recommend checking out websites like Goodreads, ComiXology, and Book Depository. These platforms offer a vast selection of titles and reviews from fellow readers that can guide you towards your next literary adventure.

Embrace the marriage of history and illustration by delving into these exceptional graphic novels. Whether you're seeking thought-provoking narratives, emotional memoirs, or imaginative tales, this genre offers something for everyone. So grab a cup of tea, find a cozy spot, and prepare to be transported through time with these mesmerizing works of historical fiction graphic novels. Happy reading!
Dance of the Battle Soul Fiction
Dance of the Battle Soul

The Eastern Han Empire is plagued with crises on its borders! Crisis in the Northeast! Crisis in North China! Crisis in the Northwest! Crisis in the Southwest! Rebellion in the Central Plains is rampant! Who will save this empire in crisis? He is a descendant of a famous general from the Western Han, yet he serves the nation in the Eastern Han army. He has accomplished numerous extraordinary feats, yet has been suspected multiple times. However, no matter the hardships and difficulties, he will grow in adversity. With his battle spirit, a god of war shall emerge!

553.31 Million words | 2021-08-01 21:02Update

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The Legend of Martial Saint: Yue Wumu Chapter Fiction
The Legend of Martial Saint: Yue Wumu Chapter

This book tells the whole process of Yue Fei's transformation from a distressed prince to a legendary military general and martial saint. Through Yue Fei's life experiences, this book vividly portrays the authentic scenes of ancient battlefields. Although Yue Fei's story originates from historical anecdotes, all the combat scenes, including one-on-one, one-on-many, many-on-many, and group fights, are based on historical sources. During the Song Dynasty, it marked the beginning of the use of firearms and the precise long-range weapon attacks. It also witnessed the beginning of the organized and systematic use of military equipment. The entire style and scenes of warfare are

87.36 Million words | 2021-05-20 11:53Update

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Transcending the Heartless Princess Fiction
Transcending the Heartless Princess

"Miss Yao Qingqing, the young lady of the Yao family, tore the imperial edict in front of everyone in the Golden Palace... In the capital city, every street and alley were buzzing with discussions. Everyone knew that Yao Qingqing, the lazy and gluttonous young lady of the Yao family, had no talent in music, chess, calligraphy,

56.13 Million words | 2022-10-19 05:13Update

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Three Kingdoms: Signing in at the tavern, eavesdropped by Liu Bei's heart! Fiction
Three Kingdoms: Signing in at the tavern, eavesdropped by Liu Bei's heart!

Liu Yuan traveled through the Three Kingdoms, thinking that by staying in a small tavern for three years, he could return to the prosperous era he once knew. Little did he know that Liu Bei discovered his ability to hear the thoughts of this extraordinary individual. "Liu Yuan, my brother! Come with me!" Liu Bei exclaimed. I've heard of fighting with a coffin as a weapon, but never fighting with a tavern. I refuse! I choose to live a peaceful life. "Liu Yuan, do you know about the beautiful Bai Yu, Lady Mi Zhen? I will personally arrange a match for you!" Liu Bei insisted. "What? Mi Zhen!" Liu Yuan's eyes widened. Could I truly obtain the women under Liu Bei's command? Does this mean Diao Chan, Da Qiao, Xiao Qiao, Sun Shangxiang... Am I really that lustful and ungrateful? Am I really someone who can't resist a beautiful woman? Am I... fine, when do we leave?

496.51 Million words | 2022-04-11 17:11Update

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A talented scholar in Kaifeng during the late Ming Dynasty. Fiction
A talented scholar in Kaifeng during the late Ming Dynasty.

A young office clerk who had just entered society unexpectedly traveled back in time to the end of the Ming Dynasty and became a scholar in Kaifeng Prefecture named Li Xiuwen. Though coming from a wealthy background, he was plagued with frequent illnesses; while possessing remarkable talent, he did not live in the right era. The court was embroiled in endless political struggles, factions fought among themselves, calamities befell both man and nature, and the people suffered in silence. With formidable enemies lurking outside and internal chaos erupting, the ship of fate swayed in turbulent times. Would he passively drift along and be consumed by the vast ocean like a wave? Or would he defy the waves

312.70 Million words | 2022-11-28 11:41Update

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Da Ming: Old Zhu, let's not be in a hurry as we agreed! Fiction
Da Ming: Old Zhu, let's not be in a hurry as we agreed!

Reborn in the Great Ming Dynasty, activating the check-in system. Equipped with a "sharp tool," Su Jing only wants to be a wealthy landlord. Unexpectedly, Lao Zhu is just too "good" to the merchants. W

115.30 Million words | 2020-08-16 02:48Update

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The Legend of Cao Ming in the Three Kingdoms Fiction
The Legend of Cao Ming in the Three Kingdoms

Yan Kuo, a literary youth, soul transmigrated to the Eastern Han Dynasty and unexpectedly became Cao Cao's daughter, Cao Ming. It's like being a tiger's child, but it's also an opportunity. In this era where the strong are respected, Cao Ming feels immense pressure. Until the final moment arrives, she must make a difficult decision: whether to strive for the pinnacle of power or retreat into the bustling world. (This book is purely fictional, serious readers should refer to The Records of the Three Kingdoms.) QQ book club, I am not the group owner, the group owner is a girl, cough cough.

224.38 Million words | 2022-12-17 11:10Update

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The Dragon's Struggle in the Great Tang Dynasty. Fiction
The Dragon's Struggle in the Great Tang Dynasty.

Don't push me, all I want is to be a peaceful prince, dammit! And here you come! Goddamn it, if I can't be a prince, then I'll... be an emperor! Book club: (Provided by Xuanyuan Gangster Book Club)

457.52 Million words | 2022-04-14 20:46Update

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Medical Consort Cute Baby: Green-Hat Prince's Dominant Love Fiction
Medical Consort Cute Baby: Green-Hat Prince's Dominant Love

After transmigrating into another world, Mo Ru Yu was at a loss. She inexplicably lost her virginity and didn't even know the identity of the man. To add to her confusion, she unexpectedly became pregnant with a child of unknown origin and was forcibly married off to the notorious and mysterious Prince Yi. With a decree of marriage, they indulged in nights of revelry. The wanton and unrestrained prince happily took her as his wife. Was she bothered by the adorable baby she brought along? Did it matter to marry someone older and have a younger admirer? Surprisingly, the green-hat prince thoroughly enjoyed his role, showering her and their baby with endless love and affection. 'Prince Yi, if you want to kill me, just do it swiftly.' She felt helpless and on the verge of tears. 'Shh, beloved consort, don't make a fuss.' He doted on her deeply...

77.56 Million words | 2022-01-17 06:11Update

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The Elite of the Fire Line in the War of Resistance Fiction
The Elite of the Fire Line in the War of Resistance

The homebody geek played CF all night at home and inexplicably found himself on the battlefield of the anti-Japanese war.

413.61 Million words | 2021-11-30 20:07Update

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God-level Soldier King Fiction
God-level Soldier King

【Sensational Work】Once a top warlord who dominated the mercenary world, he returns to Huadu, engaging in a fierce battle of wits and strength. Carrying a mysterious mission, he treads on thin ice amidst the bloodshed. His iron fists are unmatched, he fearlessly takes on challenges, defeating arrogant youngsters with his fists and kicking second-generation elites with his feet. Yet

403.47 Million words | 2022-11-11 23:52Update

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Conquering the world with a system Fiction
Conquering the world with a system

War has always been serious and brutal, but I brought new elements to it - innocence and naivety. However, from a different perspective, they became whimsical and unimaginable! The various tactics I devised appeared magical in the eyes of my opponents; they simply couldn't grasp my thinking because I am not of this era! Additionally, I possess an almost supernatural territory system that allows me to turn war into a game that can be replayed. Therefore, I am invincible!

388.20 Million words | 2022-03-10 12:56Update

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Heroes of the Three Kingdoms Fiction
Heroes of the Three Kingdoms

After a thousand years of dreaming, I woke up only to find myself as an injured soldier in the Yellow Turban Rebellion. Life seems full of despair, but as the protagonist, how could I not have a trick up my sleeve? Enter the Group of Heroes System, dedicated to cultivating the most powerful generals of the Three Kingdoms. To be proficient in both military and literature, it's simple! What? I can create my own generals? Perfect! This is

85.63 Million words | 2021-10-14 13:51Update

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The Ultimate Commando Fiction
The Ultimate Commando

Sister's whereabouts unknown, Wang Lang, born in the market, decided to join the army in order to find his only relative. He didn't want trouble, but trouble always followed him. He didn't want people to look up to him, but suddenly, he found himself standing at the highest peak! Here, there is the camaraderie forged on the brink of life and death, there are many gentle beauties tempered by hardships, and there is the family bond that can never be severed. He hones his body and mind, only to protect everything! He licks his wounds, only to be wrapped in a horse's skin when he falls in

470.18 Million words | 2022-08-19 11:40Update

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The Five Dynasties' Against the Sky Fiction
The Five Dynasties' Against the Sky

To avoid the decline of the two Song dynasties and revive the prosperity of the Han and Tang dynasties, everything lies in the novel "The Reversal of the Five Dynasties". Originally intended to portray a cheerful fifth prince, who would have thought he would recruit a trusted general named Cao Bin, hire an accountant and change his own name to Zhao Pu, and even save a bandit, only to find out that his brother-in-law is Pan Mei... In the city of Bianjing, he insults Wang Pu, injures Shi Shouxin, and even kicks Zhao Kuangyin's buttocks with force. There is no path of surrender, only the road to contention for hegemony!

74.65 Million words | 2020-10-21 23:20Update

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The poor scholar's plan. Fiction
The poor scholar's plan.

Frog's third new work, "The Unparalleled Ghosts and Gods of the Three Kingdoms," will be released on July 1st. I hope my brothers can show their support. Used to seeing Lu Bu, Zhao Yun, Guan Yu being the sole warriors, who said the protagonist couldn't have unrivaled martial prowess, dominating the world? This is a book filled with shallow killings and sensuality, so please bear with it, my brothers. Thank you. Link: http://book.zongheng.com/book/.html

249.21 Million words | 2023-03-14 16:08Update

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The King of the Unknown Sword in the Flourishing Tang Dynasty. Fiction
The King of the Unknown Sword in the Flourishing Tang Dynasty.

(The new book has been uploaded. Please come and take a look, my new and old book friends.) In the midst of the prosperous Tang Dynasty, the free fighter Li Ye is transcended into Li Siye, a man who has yet to become a famous general. From the bustling Chang'an to the four towns of Anxi, from the narrow streets to the frontier cities of the desert, he will annihilate the Tubo, subdue the Turkic, and conquer the Great Western Xia. As a true man, as a successor, both men and horses will be shattered!

229.04 Million words | 2023-03-05 22:44Update

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Xiliang Iron Cavalry Fiction
Xiliang Iron Cavalry

In the Three Kingdoms where heroes abound and strategists pour like rain, ordinary modern individuals emerge, becoming warlords, and subsequently subduing all rivals, cleansing the land, and achieving an immortal imperial legacy!

208.50 Million words | 2021-03-22 13:23Update

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How far is happiness? Fiction
How far is happiness?

In the late decade of the last century, Li Ping, a female worker at the Baoding Tobacco Factory, harboring dreams of marriage, slipped a tiny note into a cigarette box. This note would pave the way for her marriage to Officer Wu Tianliang, but her married life was far from happy. Gradually, she became close friends with Wang Xiaomao, a subordinate of her husband. Shortly after, Wu Tianliang's unit was transformed, becoming the North China Engineering Bureau, and he continued his involvement in the construction of the National Defense Line Nine...

296.88 Million words | 2023-05-06 18:39Update

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Move an American to the Northern Song Dynasty. Fiction
Move an American to the Northern Song Dynasty.

Li Yibai was reborn in the Northern Song Dynasty with a time and space transportation system. He transported ancient calligraphy, paintings, and ceramics to the modern society and sold them. He brought back silver, mobile phones, computers, cars, sanatoriums, bars, and more from the modern society to the Northern Song Dynasty. He lived a modern life in ancient times and changed the

386.90 Million words | 2020-11-28 22:00Update

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